Microwave-assisted synthesis of NaMnF3 particles with tuneable morphologies

Here, the synthesis of sub-micron MMnF3 (M = Na or K) particles by a rapid microwave-assisted approach is reported. Adjustment of the Na+-to-Mn2+ ratio in the reaction mixture yielded tuneable morphologies, i.e., rods, ribbons, and plates. Relaxometric results indicated that poly(acrylic acid)-capped MMnF3 particles exhibited characteristic magnetic properties, which endows them with potential T-1-weighted contrast agent capabilities.

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The synthesis of sub-micron MMnF3 particles using a rapid microwave-assisted approach is reported in this study. Tunable morphologies, such as rods, ribbons, and plates, were obtained by adjusting the Na+-to-Mn2+ ratio in the reaction mixture. Relaxometric results indicated that poly(acrylic acid)-capped MMnF3 particles exhibited characteristic magnetic properties, suggesting potential T-1-weighted contrast agent capabilities.